A Summer Chopped Salad

Bright, crisp, and bursting with the flavors of summer, this Summer Chopped Salad is the ultimate warm-weather dish that’s both refreshing and satisfying. Featuring a medley of fresh ingredients like crunchy romaine, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn kernels, and crisp cucumber, this colorful salad is as visually appealing as it is delicious. A sprinkling of tangy feta cheese and fresh parsley adds a delightful contrast, while the zesty homemade dressing—made with olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey—ties it all together beautifully. Perfect as a light main or a vibrant side dish, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and is ideal for picnics, barbecues, or casual outdoor dining. Healthy, flavorful, and easy to make, it’s your go-to summer salad!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 hearts Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 cup Sweet corn kernels
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 0.25 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat dry the romaine lettuce hearts. Chop them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired, dice it into small cubes, and add it to the salad.

Step 4

Add the sweet corn kernels to the bowl. If using fresh corn, you can briefly steam or boil it before cutting from the cob.

Step 5

Dice the red bell pepper into small cubes and finely slice the red onion. Add both to the salad.

Step 6

Crumble the feta cheese over the mix and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.

Step 7

In a small jar or bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake until the dressing is emulsified.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently to ensure even coating.

Step 9

Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2062.7 grams (2062.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1076

Total Fat 64.70g	83%
Saturated Fat 17.40g	87%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 67mg	22%
Sodium 1360mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate 106.70g	39%
Dietary Fiber 27.20g	97%
Total Sugars 41.10g
Protein 37.90g	76%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 885mg	68%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 3958mg	84%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.2%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 36.8%